AMMAN – Three ambitious brothers with a desire to be the best put their minds and all their effort into participating in the world’s biggest jiu-jitsu championship and ended up landing two gold medals as a result of their determination. 16-year-old Laith Kayyali, 15-year-old Hazem Kayyali and 10-year-old Zaki Kayyali represented Jordan at the Abu Dhabi…

Performers of Chun Yi: The Legend of Kung Fu, which celebrates its 10-year anniversary, wow the audience. [Photo provided to China Daily] If Bruce Lee and Jackie Chan introduced Chinese kung fu to the world, then Chun Yi: The Legend of Kung Fu further explains the ancient philosophy behind the strength and muscle-defying feats of the…

]]>http://www.martialartscentral.com/entertainment/kung-fu-show-celebrates-10-years-with-new-technology/feed/0Jackie Chan’s Latest Film Trailer – CZ12http://www.martialartscentral.com/entertainment/jackie-chans-latest-film-trailer/
http://www.martialartscentral.com/entertainment/jackie-chans-latest-film-trailer/#commentsSun, 13 Oct 2013 15:27:30 +0000http://www.martialartscentral.com/?p=1202This looks like another classic Jackie Chan comedic action and adventure film. “Asian Hawk (Jackie Chan) leads a mercenary team to recover several lost artifacts from the Old Summer Palace, the bronze heads of the 12 Chinese zodiac animals which were looted by foreigners in the 1800s. Assisted by a Chinese student and a Parisian [...]

“Asian Hawk (Jackie Chan) leads a mercenary team to recover several lost artifacts from the Old Summer Palace, the bronze heads of the 12 Chinese zodiac animals which were looted by foreigners in the 1800s. Assisted by a Chinese student and a Parisian lady, Hawk stops at nothing to accomplish the mission.”

]]>Point MMA, founded by Willie “The Bam” Johnson (formerly of the WMAC Masters TV Series) and wife Master Kimber Johnson makes it possible for anyone with a love of martial arts to display and compete with their martial arts skills in a safe tournament sparring setting with no blood, guts and broken limbs. Expect more coverage from MAC in the near future. For now here’s the current Point MMA schedule. Visit: PointMMA.com to learn more about PointMMA competition, fitness and athletics.

]]>http://www.martialartscentral.com/sports/point-mma-2014-season-begins/feed/0Shannon Lee To Be Presented With Proposed Bruce Lee Congressional Resolutionhttp://www.martialartscentral.com/entertainment/shannon-lee-to-be-presented-with-proposed-bruce-lee-congressional-resolution/
http://www.martialartscentral.com/entertainment/shannon-lee-to-be-presented-with-proposed-bruce-lee-congressional-resolution/#commentsThu, 17 May 2012 01:41:27 +0000http://www.martialartscentral.com/?p=702Shannon Lee (daughter of Bruce Lee) will be presented with a proposed Bruce Lee Congressional Resolution on Thursday May 17, 2012 recognizing the immense impact that Bruce Lee has had on American and global popular culture and the important role he played in creating a bridge between cultures, championing values of self-respect, self-discipline, and tolerance and [...]

Shannon Lee (daughter of Bruce Lee) will be presented with a proposed Bruce Lee Congressional Resolution on Thursday May 17, 2012 recognizing the immense impact that Bruce Lee has had on American and global popular culture and the important role he played in creating a bridge between cultures, championing values of self-respect, self-discipline, and tolerance and pioneering and cultivating the genres of martial arts, martial arts films, fitness and philosophy in the United States and the world. The Resolution was introduced by Rep. Mike Honda and was co-sponsored by Reps. Judy Chu, Jesse Jackson Jr., Raul Grijalva, Hansen Clarke, Roybal-Allard, Eni Faleomavaega, Laura Richardson and Gregorio Kilili Camacho Sablan.

Washington D.C.— Today U.S. Rep. Mike Honda (D-CA), Members of Congress, Congressional staff, leaders from the media and entertainment industries and members of the AAPI community are coming together to honor the life of legendary martial artist Bruce Lee at a reception and screening of the new documentary “I Am Bruce Lee.” The reception is taking place at the Motion Picture Association of America’s theatre in downtown Washington D.C. as part of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, and is co-hosted by Comcast, Viacom, Spike TV, the Bruce Lee Foundation, and Meridian Hill Strategies, which represents the Bruce Lee Foundation.

“It is my privilege to introduce legislation honoring the life and contributions of Bruce Lee and the Bruce Lee Foundation and to be with such a diverse group of leaders to celebrate Bruce’s legacy as part of APA Heritage Month,” said U.S. Rep. Mike Honda (D-CA). “Bruce Lee’s legacy and the Bruce Lee Foundation continue to be a global force that bring people together, break down barriers and create opportunities for young people – in keeping with the values of excellence, leadership and inclusion that we celebrate this month.”

“Being great is one thing, but being remembered is another thing,” said Jon Jones, Current UFC Light Heavyweight World Champion. “To be great, magnificent and remembered, you have to stand for something and change the world in a way. People love Bruce Lee all over the world, and I want to have that same impact.”

At the reception, Rep. Honda is presenting Shannon Lee, Bruce’s daughter and the President of the Bruce Lee Foundation, with a Congressional Resolution (http://1.usa.gov/KquepX) that he introduced honoring the contributions of Bruce Lee and the ongoing work of the Foundation. The Resolution is currently co-sponsored by Reps. Judy Chu, Jesse Jackson Jr., Raul Grijalva, Hansen Clarke, Roybal-Allard, Eni Faleomavaega, Laura Richardson and Gregorio Kilili Camacho Sablan.

“We are deeply honored by the strong support we have received from Rep. Honda and the Members of Congress, the entertainment industry, and leading stakeholders from AAPI community who are joining us tonight for the screening and reception to celebrate what my father stood for,” said Shannon Lee, President of the Bruce Lee Foundation. “We are also very grateful for the Congressional Resolution that honors my father’s legacy and the work of our Foundation which puts his values into action every day in the form of education, scholarships and community enrichment.”

“As a powerful national voice for inclusion and reconciliation, it is very fitting that Congressman Honda joins with the Bruce Lee Foundation to bring a diverse group of lawmakers and stakeholders together to keep the torch of Bruce’s legacy burning brightly,” said Ernest Baynard, President of Meridian Hill Strategies Inc. “Bruce Lee’s legacy is a living thing— we are incredibly grateful to Rep. Honda and all the Members of Congress and stakeholders who are standing with us to keep that legacy alive and pay it forward for future generations.”

“We are proud to support this event to celebrate the work of the Bruce Lee Foundation as part of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month,” said Johnnie Giles, Executive Director, External Affairs, Comcast Corporation. “Along with Chairman Emeritus of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus Representative Mike Honda, other Members of Congress, we honor the legacy of Bruce Lee. As part of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, Comcast is making over 350 entertainment choices highlighting Asian American Pacific Islander culture and contributions, including several of Bruce Lee’s films. Comcast is committed to bringing our customers diverse programming, and has continued to expand our Asian-Pacific American programming across our viewing platforms.”

“Spike TV is proud to partner with the Bruce Lee Foundation and Congressman Honda to celebrate this inspiring film that delivered critical-acclaim and record ratings for the network,” said Kevin Kay, President, Spike TV.

]]>http://www.martialartscentral.com/entertainment/shannon-lee-to-be-presented-with-proposed-bruce-lee-congressional-resolution/feed/0Taika Oyata to Visit Polander Academy of Martial Artshttp://www.martialartscentral.com/uncategorized/taika-oyata-to-visit-polander-academy-of-martial-arts/
http://www.martialartscentral.com/uncategorized/taika-oyata-to-visit-polander-academy-of-martial-arts/#commentsTue, 10 Apr 2012 15:05:44 +0000http://www.martialartscentral.com/?p=582(Bethesda Maryland) Martial artists wanting a deeper understanding of the way, scholars wanting a piece of cultural history, and anybody who wants to see if there’s more to Karate than kicks, punches, and blocks may want to clear their schedule come May. Legendary martial artist Taika Oyata, the founder and head of RyuTe® Renmei as [...]

]]>(Bethesda Maryland) Martial artists wanting a deeper understanding of the way, scholars wanting a piece of cultural history, and anybody who wants to see if there’s more to Karate than kicks, punches, and blocks may want to clear their schedule come May.

Legendary martial artist Taika Oyata, the founder and head of RyuTe® Renmei as well as Oyata Shin Shu Ho Ryu®, is on his way to the Polander Academy of Martial Arts where visitors will be able to meet the man in person and hear him speak.

Taika Oyata’s ancestry dates to Zana Oyakata, a high ranking Shuri Government official prior to the Satsuma invasion in Okinawa. This heritage refers not only to the bloodline, but the instructions of the Okinawan Warrior class, as well: The Uhugushuku No-Tan-Mei.

In his youth, Oyata would develop the 12 basic kata of the RyuTe into a comprehensive training program, and introduce full contact protective gear sparring, or bogu kumite, to Okinawa. Serving as a chief referee for tournaments in the 60’s and winning a major championship in Japan, Oyata taught US Servicemen through the decade and established a dojo in the United States in the 70’s.

If you can’t make it to the Polander, check out Oyata’s book, “RyuTe no Michi, the way of the Ryukyu Hands,” an exploration of the theory and methodology behind the style, as well as the practical application and philosophy of the martial arts.

If you do get the chance to see the man in person, Oyata is a true Karateka and a rare master of the form. Do not pass up the opportunity if you can help it.